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ACS Resident and Associate Society
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We provide you with an avenue for participation in ACS affairs, foster development and use of your leadership skills in organized surgery.
Congratulations to all of our SYTYCO participants!! 🥳 #ACSCC25
October 4, 2025 at 10:03 PM
Interested in competing in So You Think You Can Operate? at #ACSCC26? Be sure to reach out to your programs. Don’t miss the change to come home with the bragging rights and a plaque!
October 4, 2025 at 9:56 PM
So You Think You Can Operate? is headed into the final round before the FACEOFF. Who will be the 2 teams entering the final showdown? #ACSCC25
October 4, 2025 at 9:54 PM
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🚨Student Awards Are Now Open!

The AAS is now accepting applications for 2 incredible opportunities. Both awards provide funding to attend the AAS Annual Meeting, connect with leaders in the field, & advance your academic surgery career.

Apply by September 5, 2025
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August 16, 2025 at 8:18 AM
Currently searching for our next RAS-ACS Secretary. Term will begin in October 2025 and requires a 4-year commitment. The position ascends to Vice Chair, Chair, and Ex-Officio.

Applications due tomorrow, August 19th.
August 18, 2025 at 2:15 PM
We’re less than 2 months away from #ACSCC25! Early bird registration for Clinical Congress ends on Mon, 8/18. Residents, be sure to register on or before 8/18 to secure FREE registration. We look forward to seeing you all at our Surgery Resident Program!

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August 15, 2025 at 2:56 PM
It's not what you make, but what you can keep! Learn strategies to repay student loans efficiently and set yourself up for financial health in the future. Register now for our webinar on Thursday, June 26 myfinancialcoach.com/acs-pfftnp/
"Personal Finance for the New Physician" Webinar - My Financial Coach
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June 20, 2025 at 2:31 PM
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ACS Health Outreach Program for Equity in Global Surgery (ACS H.O.P.E.) is accepting applications for the ACS H.O.P.E. Resident Scholarship Award to attend #ACSCC25!

Resident Members who are interested in global health should apply by June 2! @ras-acs.bsky.social
ACS H.O.P.E. Resident Scholarship for Clinical Congress 2025 Can Grow Skills in Global Surgery
This scholarship will further the professional growth of 10 surgical residents with a keen interest in global health by providing them with an opportunity to attend the specialized Didactic Course at…
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May 13, 2025 at 1:45 PM
It’s Match Day! Wishing the best of luck to our future Thoracic, Vascular, and Pediatric Surgery fellows!

We look forward to celebrating the day with you! #MatchDay2025
April 30, 2025 at 3:22 PM
The deadline is approaching to submit your spectacular case for @facs.org Clinical Congress 2025! Be sure to submit by May 5th!

🔗: redcap.facs.org/surveys/?s=R...
April 25, 2025 at 10:01 PM
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We are now accepting nominations for two prestigious 2025 resident awards: the ACS Resident Award for Exemplary Teaching and the Jameson L. Chassin, MD, FACS, Award for Professionalism in General Surgery.

🗓️: Submit nominations by June 9! @ras-acs.bsky.social
Recognize Outstanding Residents with Nominations for Two ACS Awards
The ACS is now accepting nominations for two prestigious 2025 resident awards through June 9.
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April 23, 2025 at 4:44 PM
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Thank you to everyone who joined us in Washington DC for @facs.org #ACSLAS2025. Truly some incredible leadership and advocacy work done by both @ras-acs.bsky.social and YFA members.

Are you interested in healthcare leadership or advocacy, reach out and we can help get you connected!
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April 11, 2025 at 1:05 PM
We’re incredibly proud of these brilliant individuals! #ACSLAS25
Congratulations to the @ras-acs.bsky.social paper competition winners! These guys are the future of @amcollegegastro.bsky.social and healthcare change! @msutherlandmd.bsky.social
April 8, 2025 at 3:05 PM
Go Kansas! #ACSLAS25
April 8, 2025 at 3:04 PM
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How does YFA prep for our Hill visits to advocate for our patients??? We visit the constitution of course! Excited for tomorrow and helping fight for affordable healthcare and access for everyone. @sfrs10.bsky.social @ras-acs.bsky.social @amcollegegastro.bsky.social
April 8, 2025 at 10:53 AM
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Go team CT!! Can’t wait to see your Hill photos! #showusyourstate

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Representatives from the CT chapter of the #AmericanCollegeofSurgeons discussing advocacy before our trip to Capitol Hill tomorrow!
#ACSLAS25
April 7, 2025 at 10:52 PM
We’re stoked and excited to advocate! Who will win the digital👩‍⚖️👨‍⚖️🏆?! - trainees, we need your help! Be sure to tag us in your Hill photos #ACSLAS25!
Hey @ras-acs.bsky.social Are you excited for the Hill visits on Tuesday?!? #LAS2025. join us for the "Show us your State" photo campaign. Will YFA or RAS have more pictures?!?

Leave your vote below!
April 6, 2025 at 7:47 PM
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Getting ready to apply for fellowship? Don’t miss our latest @ras-acs.bsky.social Hangout—it’s packed with valuable insights to help you succeed!

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Applying for Fellowship | RAS
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April 6, 2025 at 2:26 AM
Feeling inspired and motivated to become a surgical leader?!

Learn more about how to get engaged in @RASACS and leadership opportunities:

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Scholarships, Competitions, Awards, and Project Work
The RAS-ACS sponsors and has access to a variety of scholarships, competitions, awards, and project work for Residents and Associate Fellow.
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April 5, 2025 at 6:04 PM
Anddd we’re off to a great start at @facs.org #ACSLAS25! “Leaders are made, not born.” Dr. Kaitlin Ritter is discussing leadership qualities such as consistency, accountability, responsiveness, & enjoyment.

Don’t miss this session - Young Leaders in ACS: How to Get Involved!
April 5, 2025 at 5:52 PM
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🔈 Young surgeons: Apply to become a Resident and Associate Society (RAS) or Young Fellows Association (YFA) liaison to an ACS committee, workgroup, or advisory council.

🗓️: Applications are due March 3. Check out the list of current opportunities! @ras-acs.bsky.social
Young Surgeons: Become RAS/YFA Liaison for ACS Committees
Surgeon trainees and young Fellows play a vital role in the surgical workforce and leaders within the ACS.
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February 15, 2025 at 6:14 PM
Congratulations to all of our future Urologists and Ophthalmologists! #MatchDay2025
February 6, 2025 at 10:08 PM
The #CSSP Education Committee and AESOP grant team have developed a survey with the purpose of assessing surgical resident and fellows’ knowledge of the Commission on Cancer Operative Standards.

Complete the survey by March 15th. ✍️

🔗 Survey link: ucsf.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
Qualtrics Survey | Surgical Trainee Perspectives on the CoC Operative Standards
The American College of Surgeons (ACS) Cancer Surgery Standards Program (CSSP) Education Committee is seeking to understand surgical trainees' familiarity with the CoC Operative Standards through this...
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February 6, 2025 at 8:58 PM
‼️🚨: new @facs.org ACS Bulletin article fresh off the press! 📰

Learn how AI can benefit you as a trainee and as a program during the Match Day process, while also understanding the limitations of this tool.

🔗: www.facs.org/for-medical-...
February 5, 2025 at 11:36 PM
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The @facs.org Leadership and Advocacy Summit is just around the corner! It's a great conference and we have an amazing @ras-acs.bsky.social program prepared. And on a great note, it's only $25 for residents. I couldn't recommend it more!

Register here:
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Leadership and Advocacy Summit
Registration is now open for the 2025 Leadership Summit, April 5–8 in Washington, DC.
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January 29, 2025 at 3:19 AM